C4AJ - Untitled Art Fair License

Committee Referrals - C4 AJ

C4 AJ DUAL REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE AND THE FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCY COMMITTEE – DISCUSSION OF FEASIBILITY OF A LONG-TERM LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH UNTITLED ART FAIR. Applicable Area:

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

Founded in 2012, Untitled Art Fair has become a signature cultural event in Miami Beach, drawing international attention and contributing significantly to the City’s reputation as a global arts destination. The event supports local economic activity, enhances cultural tourism, and aligns with the City’s broader goals of promoting public art and creative placemaking.

ANALYSIS

This referral seeks to explore the feasibility and potential terms of a long-term license agreement between the City and Untitled Art Fair. A longer-term arrangement could provide some degree of operational certainty for the event organizers and reinforce the City’s commitment to supporting high-quality cultural programming. Key discussion points may include: • The appropriate duration and structure of a long-term license agreement; • Public benefits and community engagement opportunities associated with the event; • Financial terms, including license fees, in-kind services, and potential revenue impacts; • Operational considerations such as site usage, permitting, and coordination with City departments; • Alignment with the City’s cultural, economic, and neighborhood quality of life goals.

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

N/A

Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)

If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

The Administration is requested to evaluate the potential benefits and implications of a long-term license agreement with Untitled Art Fair and provide recommendations to the PSNQLC and the FERC for further consideration.

Applicable Area

Citywide

Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481, includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No

If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):

Department

Office of Commissioner Laura Dominguez

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Laura Dominguez

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Ref: PSNQLC/FERC - Long-Term License Agreement with Untitled Art Fair. (Dominguez)